How long may one keep a trust open in Michigan?

I agree with Attorney Conway. The trust needs to be reviewed. A trust can continue in effect indefinitely, depending on its terms. James Frederick

In VA when is a deceased's estate legally considered to exist?

I agree with my colleagues. You should consult with a probate attorney to determine who would be entitled to your cousin's estate. James Frederick

Can an outsider receive furniture from the estate for cleaning? Can the executer take furniture as gifts to herself?

This is a duplicate question. You should immediately seek consultation with a probate attorney to determine how best to proceed. It is unclear from...

Does an unregistered will have to go to probate in the state of Arkansas?

I agree with Mr. Phillips. I would simply add that the only way any Will is ever effective is to go through probate. I would suggest that you...

Our father passed away in 1991 in Ca. Is there a statute of limitations on how long we have to probate the will?

As far as I know, CA does not have any limit on the time period for probating a Will. I am not sure why a ND lawyer would be involved in this. You...

My sister wants to sell the 40 acre we inherited by our father but I don't can she do anything if I don't want to?

There are at least a couple of issues, here. Most likely, you need to go through probate, first, in order to get title to the property in your...

Who votes on replacing a Personal Representative who died and was also a 1/3rd beneficiary?

I agree with my colleagues. Under the facts presented, it would appear that there would not need to be any probate. If probate is required, the...

Dad died. He is on loan, My wife, myself and my mom are on the deed. The house is upside down, we do not want it.

The mortgage company can only legally deal with the personal representative for the estate. If you are not serving in that capacity, then they are...

Based on the additional information you have provided, it would appear that the attorney had advised your correctly. Since your father is a...

A woman dies. She has no will, just a daughter. The woman had no money, no estate, no probate.

I agree with my colleagues. If there is no value in the property, you should be able to relinquish your rights without further liability. James...